Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has expressed his unwavering faith in God’s power to overcome the state’s enemies. Speaking at the crossover service into 2025, held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Opobo Town, Fubara led the congregation in a gallant song, proclaiming God’s omnipotence.

“At the mention of your name, every knee shall bow. At the mention of your name, every tongue confesses. That you are Lord, you are Lord, you are King, you are King of kings,” the governor sang along with the brethren.

Fubara emphasized that the song’s lyrics were not only comforting but also a call to action, urging the people to trust in God’s ability to guide them toward triumph in the new year. He assured the congregation, “The Red Biro is still filled. It is still here with me. Every enemy plan will continue to crash.”

The Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Niger Delta, Dr. Emmanuel Oko-Jaja, conducted the service, recalling the numerous challenges faced by the state in 2024, including conspiracy, blackmail, and economic hardship. However, he noted that these difficulties did not overwhelm the community.

Oko-Jaja stated that God has given the people a new song of triumph, promising to uphold, deliver, and ensure their victorious living in the new year. He prayed for peace, unity, and progress in the state, aligning with the government’s 2025 Budget of Inclusive Growth and Development.

The service featured praise and worship, choir ministration, and ushered in 2025 with shouts of “Happy New Year.” Distinguished guests in attendance included Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Victor Oko-Jumbo; Chief of Staff, Edison Ehie; and members of the National Assembly, Awaji-Inombek Abiante, Boma Goodhead, and Anderson Igbiks.